Fact Sheet: Benefits of Cinnamon
1. Powerful Medicinal Properties
Cinnamon is a spice made from the inner bark of trees scientifically known as Cinnamomum¹. It's high in cinnamaldehyde, which is thought to be responsible for most of cinnamon’s health benefits¹.
2. Loaded with Antioxidants
Cinnamon is loaded with powerful antioxidants, including polyphenols¹. One study found that cinnamon supplementation could significantly increase antioxidant levels in the blood while reducing levels of markers used to measure inflammation¹.
3. Anti-Inflammatory Properties
The antioxidants in cinnamon have anti-inflammatory effects, which may help lower your risk of disease¹. Cinnamon is an effective anti-inflammatory².
4. Diabetes Control
Cinnamon has the ability to improve insulin resistance, lower glucose levels, and reverse oxidative damage². Because of this, many scientists believe it could help treat Type 2 diabetes or even prevent its initial development².
5. Cancer Prevention
A study showed that cinnamon inhibits angiogenesis, cell proliferation, and cellular signaling². This suggests that cinnamon could be a powerful weapon in preventing or treating cancer².
6. Antibiotic Properties
The compound cinnamaldehyde is responsible for cinnamon’s distinct odor and flavor. This phytochemical also has proven widespread antibiotic effects².
7. Cardiovascular Protection
Some studies have suggested that the compounds in cinnamon might offer protection from cardiovascular disease⁴.
8. Neuroprotective Effects
Modern studies have confirmed that cinnamon benefits human health in a variety of ways, including having neuroprotective effects³.
9. Immune System Boosting Effects
Cinnamon also has immune system boosting effects.
(1) 10 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Cinnamon. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-cinnamon.
(2) Health Benefits of Cinnamon - WebMD. https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-cinnamon.
(3) Cinnamon: Health benefits and nutrition - Medical News Today. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/266069.
(4) 8 Cinnamon Benefits: Dosage & Safety | The Botanical Institute. https://botanicalinstitute.org/cinnamon/.
(5) 5 health benefits of cinnamon | BBC Good Food. https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/health-benefits-cinnamon.
